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HIDDEN ART

Kilchberg • Culture

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Rüschlikon • Work

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Christmas Lights Trail Connects Thalwil and Oberrieden For Young and Old: Funfairs in the Region Business promotion: Does Adliswil need its own?

New Wüst bakery opens in Thalwil Out-of-service kindergarten to become apartments in Adliswil

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LAYOFF SHOCK?

Adliswil • Politics

WATER PRICES ON THE RISE Thalwil • Politics

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Senior Center: Experts Called in at Kilchberg Facility Underpass: Thalwil Residents Fight to Save It Adliswil Culture Magazine Redefines Culture

Speeder caught doing 195 km/h in Sihl Valley Thank You: These Companies Made This Issue Possible Puzzle: Food for Thought to Finish

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Training the next generation ensures long-term operational readiness for the fire department.

Image: Adliswil Fire Department

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club life

DISTRICT • CLUB LIFE

Fire and Passion for service

by Kyra Rabian

volunteer work is increasingly coming under pressure. Finding people who get involved in the community is becoming harder. It becomes critical when this trend affects the volunteer fire brigades that have to deliver fast, reliable help in an emergency— provided the personnel are available.

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and 90 call-outs were handled by the – but securing the next generation

Adliswil Fire Department this remains a permanent topic. year, as reported on their Recruitment of new members is You can look it up on the website. ongoing.

In addition to fighting fires, the team is also called out for oil spills, smoke incidents, people trapped in elevators, or trees knocked over by storms. The fire departments in Rüschlikon and Kilchberg have responded to around 100 calls so far. While current figures aren't available for the Thalwil-Oberrieden fire department, they were deployed 104 times last year.

The fire departments in the region

thus make an important contribution to safety. A survey by Bezirk Medien shows that the stations in ThalwilOberrieden, Kilchberg–Rüschlikon and Adliswil are currently well staffed

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Recruitment never sleeps Martin Gerber, fire chief of ThalwilOberrieden, is in high spirits: his crew numbers 78 firefighters, and he currently has no shortage of personnel. Nevertheless, youth recruitment is being pursued systematically—because ensuring long-term operational readiness is the highest priority.

Recruitment runs year-round

round, supported by various measures: on open-house days, interested visitors can experience firefighting routines and equipment at close quarters. The fire service also has a presence at village festivals and fairs. "For

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"For the fire service it's important to show presence and mingle with people," says Martin Gerber.

Personal recommendations among friends and acquaintances remain especially effective—that's how Gerber himself first joined the fire service.

Another key recruitment channel is

the youth fire brigade: many young members move straight into the active fire brigade when they turn 18, providing a steady supply of new blood.

The fire department is volunteer-based. The joint fire department of Kilchberg and Rüschlikon is well-staffed with 72 members. It places strong emphasis on staying close to the community—whether through social media, local events, or the annual fair.

Many are surprised to learn it's a volunteer force, explains Staff Officer Sven Müller. He recalls: "As a teenager, I was fascinated by the firefighters' equipment."

When I moved to a new place, it was also a good opportunity to forge new social connections—with people who

shared the same passion as me."

If things ever get tight, they quickly call on support from neighboring municipalities.

Tireless Work on the Future Adliswil is in a similar position: With 68 firefighters, including 13 women, the crew is well-staffed.

To maintain these numbers, information events are held twice a year—most recently on October 21, 2025. Here too, the youth fire brigade is a key recruitment channel. Commander Fabio Cattaneo, who has served for 35 years, says: "The enthusiasm has me as a teenager in my hometown grabbed."

Despite solid manpower strengths, all three fire departments worked

tirelessly on their future. The youth fire departments ensure the next generation, while events and everyday presence create visibility— though personal recommendations remain the most effective.

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The junior fire brigade is a vital recruitment pipeline.

For fire departments, it's important to maintain visibility

—even with their eye-catching vehicles.

Image: Kilchberg Fire Department

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Last year, the fire department responded Thalwil-Oberieden to 104 callouts.

Photo: Thalwil Fire Department

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THALWIL • WORK

Thalwil's traditional drugstore faces competition from Müller branch

by Sibille Moor

After less than three years, the Alnatura store in Thalwil is already closing again. The German drugstore chain Müller is taking over the location, moving in right next to an existing drugstore.

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A drugstore opens right next to another drugstore. What after a surprising Site selection sounds, happens

in the coming spring in downtown Thalwil. German retail conglomerate Müller will open a drugstore at the current location of the Alnatura branch. Right next door, the Hirsig drugstore has been operating for over 50 years, which has also housed a pharmacy for the past 18 years.

But from the beginning: Only in Feb-

ruary 2023 did the Alnatura branch, located one floor above the Migros supermarket in downtown Thalwil, celebrate its opening. Just two years later, the Migros Zurich cooperative (GMZ) announced it would close all 25 Alnatura branches in the canton. The organic supermarket in Thalwil will remain open for the last time on December 30, 2025.

All five employees have received offers to continue working at Migros, according to GMZ media spokesperson Annabel Ott.

jana Meier. This includes personal care items, cosmetics, health products, and household goods.

Prescription medications will not be sold.

Those who still wish to purchase organic products from the

Product range still undecided For ten locations, Migros has now secured Müller Holding as a successor starting January 1, 2026, including in Thalwil. The drugstore, known for comparatively low prices, will open in the coming spring. The exact date is still unknown, and the product range has not yet been finalized. "In principle, Müller's local supplier concept involves offering products of potential demand at each location, based on local inquiries and needs," says Müller media spokesperson Tat-

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Alnatura line will find individual will continue to be available at Müller. Also Migros plans to expand its Alnatura product line continuously.

"Bad for the image" Katja Moser, managing director of the Hirsig pharmacy and drugstore, isn't pleased about the arrival of the German drugstore chain Müller: "On one hand, Müller naturally competes with us, and on the other, I think it's a shame for the location's image." Three years ago, Migros deliberately focused on high quality during its supermarket renovation. For her, the Müller branch doesn't fit that vision.

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not. Moreover, the new tenant also means competition for Migros.

Nevertheless, Katja Moser wants to stay positive

remain optimistic: «Over the past 20 years, we’ve often had to reposition ourselves.» Unlike Müller, Hirsig is a specialty store with consulting services. «We’ll also focus more on services like vaccinations, ear irrigations, or vitamin level testing.» And: It’s entirely possible that the new competitor could attract more customers.

The second Alnatura branch in the

Horgen district, the one in Wädenswil, closed its doors at the end of September due to insufficient staff availability. Negotiations with potential new tenants are currently underway, according to the GMZ. O

The Hirsig pharmacy and drugstore is getting

a new neighbor with the German drugstore chain Müller

as its new neighbor.

Photo: Samuel Rudolf von Rohr for Bezirk Medien

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ADLISWIL • POLITICS

After termination shock in Langnau, Adliswil aims to prevent a similar scenario verhindern

by Pascal Münger

The city council aims to use political pressure to ensure that the

tenants in the Sihlmatten area of Adliswil are fairly treated during the pending

terminations—especially since a staggered move-out is likely off the table.

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It was a shock that in spring apparently came from Langnau to Adliswil what could be felt: In the so-called

Vita housing estate in Langnau's Unterdorf, 284 tenants received termination notices all at once— with a mere six months' notice.

Those who signed a waiver, relinquishing legal action against the planned densification of the area, were allowed to stay longer in the apartments needing renovation.

Owner of the properties

in Langnau is the Zurich Investment Foundation. It also owns the Sihlmatten site in Adliswil. Here, the 136 apartments currently

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housing around 250 people are slated for replacement with new constructions. The

buildings date back to the 1960s .

Construction board met property owner As now revealed in the city council's response to an interpellation by municipal councilors Reto Buchmann (FDP), Vera BuchmannBach (FDP), and Rolf Schweizer (FDP), Adliswil's construction director Felix Keller (independent) sought talks with the property owner following the terminations in Langnau.

Accordingly, Keller met on the 22nd May 2025 with representatives of the Zurich Investment Foundation. He made it "clear that a socially acceptable

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Handling the current rental tenants of the Sihlmatten development is absolutely necessary.

A termination without corresponding tolerant interpretation the extension possibilities and without support measures will not be tolerated," writes the city council.

When asked, Keller emphasizes that

the city of Adliswil demands from the Zurich Investment Foundation that those affected by the termination be given at least a twoyear window to find new housing.

"This is necessary because the housing market in Adliswil is tight, and not all 136 households will find new accommodations immediately."

Additionally, it is important that tenants can move at any time and are not bound to a fixed date. Keller adds: "Since the owner possesses numerous properties, we expect

we also proposed that tenants in other properties of the Zurich Investment Foundation could be accommodated."

Canton opposes temporary bridge The development plan for the Sihlmatten project was approved by the city of Adliswil in 2024. It also established the possibility of phased implementation, meaning the construction project could be carried out in stages. "We suggested that this option should also be evaluated with regard to a staggered relocation," says Keller.

However, this now seems difficult

to implement. On one hand, there are likely soil contaminants— legacy pollutants from prior use— that would make living near the construction site unfeasible. On the other hand, access via the small bridge near

Sihlau station complicates construction. "The possibility of building a temporary second bridge was reviewed, but the responsible cantonal authority deemed it unapprovable," says Keller.

What’s next for the

new construction project at Sihlmatten? According to the city council, the owner is currently analyzing soil contaminants through exploratory drilling across the entire site. The building application will then be prepared and is expected to be submitted in about a year.

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Tenants in the Sihlmatten area must always be prepared for a termination notice.

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THALWIL • CULTURE

1000 lights connect Thalwil and Oberrieden

by Sibille Moor

Sipping mulled wine, enjoying raclette or fondue, and getting into the Christmas spirit with over 1000 lights: that's what visitors can experience on the Lichterweg Thalwil Oberrieden. Behind it all lies countless hours of volunteer work.

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ver 1000 LED lights on a roughly one-kilometer -long string of lights: They bring light to the darkness

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and a sense of contemplation to the Advent season. For the fifth year, the Oberrieden-based Wild Boars association is organizing the Thalwil-Oberrieden Light Trail—a project meant to connect the two neighboring communities.

In the Mettli recreation area on

Thalwil soil, visitors can stroll along the approximately 1.3-kilometerlong path between November 30 and December 31. They can warm up and recharge at the mulled wine stand or in the cheese hut on the grounds of the Eichenberger nursery. These are open every Thursday through Sunday.

Cheese hut nearly full Those hoping to snag a spot in the cheese hut—which serves fondue and raclette—need to act fast: "There are only a very few tables left," says Daniel Berger, who oversees the Light Trail for the Wild Boars.

Raclette or sausages are also available (along with hot and cold drinks) at the mulled wine stand.

Both the Lichterweg and the Chäshütte and the mulled wine stand are run by the club members on a volunteer basis. "The purpose

For the fifth time this

year, the Path of Lights is taking place.

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Our association's purpose is to organize events, which is why members are required to pitch in," says Daniel Berger. Finding enough volunteers hasn’t been an issue so far—especially now that many members' children are old enough to help.

Light greeting for family or pets The association was able to fund the materials through private sponsors. The municipalities of Oberrieden and Thalwil also financially support the Path of Lights. Individuals can

contribute with a light greeting as well: For 25 francs, a photo in a frame will be mounted on one of the light poles. "This way, you can greet your loved ones—or as a business, your customers," explains Berger. "Or immortalize your dog in a photo." O

The Path of Lights exists thanks to volunteer helpers.

Image: Samuel Rudolf von Rohr for Bezirk Medien

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THALWIL • POLITICS

Prices are rising in Thalwil sharply for water

The Seewasserwerk in Rüschlikon is also operated by the municipality of Thalwil.

Image: Thalwil Municipality

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by Sibille Moor

Since December, water prices have risen by 30 percent—with further fee increases looming. The reasons are a 10-million-franc debt in water supply and infrastructure in need of renovation. Did the municipality fail to anticipate this development?

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round 200 francs more per year will be paid by an average four-person family starting December 2025 for this,

that water will continue to flow from the tap in the future. The Thalwil municipal council has decided to increase water fees. The base rate as well as control and approval fees will rise by 30 percent, while connection fees will increase by 20 percent. A family currently paying 650 francs annually will see their bill jump to 845 francs starting next month. The consumption fee will increase from 1.50 francs per cubic meter to 1.95 francs.

Reasons for the increase include

both inflation and necessary investments in water supply infrastructure and water producers. "The facilities have aged," says Jan Adams, head of Thalwil's public works, explaining the sources of Thalwil's water: partly from Lake Zurich, and partly from springs in Rothenthurm, Schwyz.

Quagga mussel shares blame The lake water treatment plant in Rüschlikon, operated by the municipalities of Thalwil, Rüschlikon, Kilchberg and Langnau, dates back to 1951. "Some

facilities will soon reach the end of their lifespan," says Jan Adams, adding: "Moreover, due to the increasing spread of the quagga mussel, we need to build a second intake pipeline."

This invasive mussel, which

originally comes from the Black Sea, can clog existing pipes and cause problems.

"Both the new and existing pipelines will be equipped with a cleaning mechanism to remove the quagga mussels."

Costs still unclear According to Jan Adams, the additional intake pipeline will cost at least one million francs. Other upcoming expenses cannot yet be quantified. Two of Thalwil's four water reservoirs also require renovation, as does the partially 120-year-old pipeline bringing water from Rothenthurm to Thalwil. This pipeline is jointly operated with Horgen, Rüschlikon and Kilchberg.

For this reason, the municipal council has now introduced a debt ceiling. Once this limit is reached, water fees must be reviewed and adjusted again. As Jan Adams explains, the residents of Thalwil should therefore expect another increase in the coming years. The last adjustment took place in 2013.

Renovations due to aging A lot of infrastructure in need of renovation, 10 million Swiss francs in debt, and a significant fee increase all at once—this inevitably raises the question: Has the municipality neglected its water supply in recent years or even failed to anticipate these developments? "No," says Jan Adams, "we have continuously maintained and repaired the pipeline network and carried out necessary renovations. Now, due to aging, the major facilities need to be replaced, which involves higher costs." He states this is the main reason for the fee increase.

The price regulator has reviewed the fee

Adding to this is the fact that the water supply increase and agrees with it,

is already 10 million Swiss francs in debt to the tax office.

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DISTRICT • SOCIETY

A look at the 2025 fairs

by Pascal Münger | Photos: Samuel Rudolf von Rohr

The regional fairs attract visitors with spinning rides, sweets, and spontaneous reunions of young and old alike.

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or many residents, attending the local Chilbi festival is a fixed date The events serve as social gathering spots where you reunite with acquaintances, children take their first rides on the tracks,

and local clubs showcase their presence zeigen.

Once again this year, the regional fairs

were bustling with activity. The scent of roasted almonds filled the air as visitors wandered between carousels,

game booths, and food stalls, even when there was an occasional Despite the rainy fair day, the attractions were generally well attended.

The district media team was present and captured the most beautiful moments.

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RÜSCHLIKON | Colorful, damp, and well-attended: The Chilbi Friday

THALWIL | Stunning views from the open church tower

ADLISWIL | The octopus circles with an 18-meter diameter

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society THALWIL | Son, where are you driving!

THALWIL | Only one thing was taller than the Sugar Rush:

the church steeple.

THALWIL | Young at the fair. Remember?

RÜSCHLIKON | Stacking high up to the treetops

RÜSCHLIKON | Ecumenical church service

RÜSCHLIKON | Unfair: Someone's riding with Water pistol on ADLISWIL | Heidi's Raclette Chalet

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THALWIL • SOCIETY

The encounter zone at the Plattenplatz is set to expand

by Sibille Moor

Plattenplatz in Thalwil requires renovation. As part of this, the municipality plans to extend the encounter zone—both to improve school route safety and to make the square more attractive.

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Paving stones keep coming loose—both on Plattenplatz itself and on the traffic-calming ramps along the village street. The pavement at the intersection with Alte Landstrasse also shows cracks. Additionally, a water pipe requires renovation.

These defects are the reason why Plattenplatz in Thalwil needs to be refurbished.

With the renovation of the square

in front of the Reformed Church, the municipality also plans to expand the encounter zone. In such zones, the speed limit is 20 km/h, and pedestrians have priority.

Currently, the zone only covers Plattenplatz itself. On adjacent sections of Alte Landstrasse and Dorfstrasse, the speed limit is currently 30 km/h. The new encounter zone will stretch from Plattenpark to Dorfgarage and along Dorfstrasse up to the entrance of the parking lot in front of the building authority. The entire area will be uniformly paved with cobblestones.

and Works for the municipality of Thalwil. The Plattenplatz is located between the Oeggisbüel and Oelwiese school buildings and the Platte kindergarten. This means that areas where children regularly cross streets would now fall within the meeting zone.

Barrier-free upgrades only partially possible It remains unclear whether the Platte bus stop can be made barrier-free as part of the renovation. However, a complete upgrade is not possible because the stop is located on an S-curve. "This would require the curb to be 22 centimeters high and straight over a certain length," explains Fellmann.

A curb height of

It has a height of 16 centimeters over a shorter distance, which would allow boarding via the middle bus door. For wheelchair users to enter the bus, the ramp inside would need to be unfolded. "The goal of enabling people with disabilities to "With the expansion of the encounter In the meeting zone, we want to improve school board independently isn't fully achieved this way," says Fellmann. route safety erhöhen», explains Additionally, this causes time delays, Andy Fellmann, head of the service which is problematic during peak center (DLZ) Planning, Construction

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Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

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Künftig soll auf dem Plattensquare.

The schedule means additional pressure for the bus drivers.

As alternatives, wheelchair-

accessible stops Aubrigstrasse and Trotte are available—both located about 200 meters away and at ground level. The Trotte stop has also recently been fully upgraded to meet accessibility standards.

Nine new trees for more greenery Another goal of the renovation is implementing climate measures. Nine additional trees will be planted, most along Dorfstrasse. Gravel lawns around the tree sites allow rainwater to seep in. For events like the Chilbi, the trees won’t be a hindrance—quite the opposite: 'The space will feel larger,' says Fellmann. 'We hope this makes it more attractive and vibrant.'

Among residents,

with whom the municipality sought dialogue beforehand, the project has met with approval. The Zurich Cantonal Police, who must ultimately approve the meeting zone, have also responded positively.

If no objections are

filed, the renovation is expected to begin by mid-2026. The costs amount to around one million francs. Since most funds go toward renovation (only 10–20% for expansion), the municipal council can approve the project without a public vote. O

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ADLISWIL • WORK

Adliswil should have its own business location promotion

by Jonathan Broger

After several company departures, SP municipal councilor Esen Yilmaz aims to strengthen Adliswil as a business location. A local promotion initiative will provide targeted support for companies. The city council is now commissioning a potential analysis.

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our office buildings, a quartercentury of presence, 2700 jobs: That was once the record of Swiss Re in Ad-

Adliswil. Since 2017, the reinsurer has been gradually relocating its jobs to Zurich's Mythenquai. What remains are empty office spaces and reduced tax revenues.

But it doesn't always have to be the

most well-known case. SP municipal councilor Esen Yilmaz cites other examples: "I know two companies that left Adliswil because they felt insufficiently supported by the city—particularly in finding suitable commercial spaces or networking with other businesses."

Consolidation of jobs What does the city of Adliswil say about this?

"The departures from Adliswil that the city is aware of were mostly due to a consolidation of jobs in another location," says Nina Susedka, the city's communications officer. Often, the existing spaces simply didn't meet the companies' requirements.

For Yilmaz, however, it's clear: Ad liswil must actively promote its business

location. Together with Christoph Sütterlin (GLP), Sebastian Huber (SVP), and Xhelajdin Etemi (SP), he has submitted a postulate urging the city council to examine the establishment of a municipal location promotion agency.

Local promotion instead of generic strategies Yilmaz sees another reason for this demand in the existing regional location promotion agency Zimmerberg: "While it creates synergies, it overlooks Adliswil's specific problems." The city lacks strategies tailored to local potentials and challenges—such as its proximity to Zurich, the high commuter rate, or the right infrastructure for innovative companies.

According to the postulate, local

economic development should specifically support startups and SMEs, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and assist in finding commercial spaces.

Additionally, it should promote collaborations with universities and innovation hubs to facilitate access to skilled professionals and research.

Incentives for sustainable and

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digital business practices could be created.

The parliament referred the postulate to the

city council in the fall. The council plans to commission an external potential analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed measures. Results are expected by early 2026.

HGV Adliswil offers collaboration Samuel Rudolf von Rohr, president of HGV Adliswil, supports Yilmaz's idea: «We’re ready not just to contribute ideas but to directly take on parts of the economic development efforts.» The HGVA serves as the direct link to Adliswil’s business community and knows where the pain points lie.

Stefan Lüthi, managing director of

Zimmerberg’s economic development agency, also sees no competition: «Neither will we compete with local initiatives, nor will there be redundancies.» On the contrary—he sees synergies: «A local initiative in Adliswil could create an on-site contact person who quickly gathers information about available spaces and efficiently handles inquiries.» O

Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

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SP municipal councilor Esen

Yilmaz wants his own location development.

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THALWIL • WORK

Wüst Bakery is opening a branch in Thalwil Coming soon to this location:

Wüst Bakery

Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

by Sibille Moor

A new bakery and café will open at the BP gas station in Thalwil starting February 2026. In addition to bread, pastries, and sweets, they'll also serve warm lunch menus—seven days a week.

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ow there's a yawning void in the premises next to the BP gas station in Thalwil. But where

Opel and Hyundai cars were sold until early 2024, bread, cakes, and salads will soon be sold. In midFebruary 2026, the Wüst bakeryconfectionery will open a branch at Gewerbestrasse 24, also accessible directly from Tischenloostrasse. This will be the 18th location for the family business, which opened its first stores in Galgenen and Lachen in 1997.

in Wädenswil." In addition to croissants, rolls, coffee, and sweets, customers can also expect lunch menus—"freshly cooked on-site," as Wüst emphasizes.

The baked goods come from the

in-house bakery in Wangen, Schwyz. The shop is open seven days a week: weekdays from 6 AM to 6:30 PM, Saturdays from 6:30 AM to 5 PM, and Sundays from 7:30 AM to 5 PM.

Passing traffic as customers The master baker chose this less-thancentral location on "The establishment will include a bakery- Tischenloostrasse for two reasons: patisserie and a café with around 50 "There are already enough bakeries and cafés in downtown Thalwil. seats," says business owner Remo Additionally, I expect to attract Wüst. "The branch will be comparable to the one

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customers driving by on the busy road." There are plenty of parking spaces right in front of the shop.

The new location should also be convenient for workers from the Böni neighborhood.

For those who find the bakery too far away,

they won’t have to miss out: All products, including the lunch menus, can be ordered online and delivered to your home. Wüst already offers this service in nine branches. "The demand is very high," says Remo Wüst.

The company is still searching staff for the Thalwil location – —such as a branch manager or a

deputy kitchen manager.

Wüst remains optimistic: "So far, things have always worked out somehow."

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ADLISWIL • WORKING

"For many, reading the district r

Interview: Pascal Münger

14 weeks, over a hundred articles, and thousands of daily readers: Even before the first free magazine was published, bezirk.ch had already established itself as a reliable source for local news.

Publisher Samuel Rudolf von Rohr takes stock.

A Samuel Rudolf von Rohr, since A By now, over 1. Since September 2025, Bezirk Medien AG has operated bezirk.ch, a news platform covering Thalwil, Rüschlikon, Kilchberg, and Adliswil. Since December, a free monthly magazine has also been distributed to all households. How has the performance been after about 14 weeks? We're on track.

My expectations have even been exceeded. Of course, I knew there was a demand for more local journalism in the region. But the numbers we're achieving now are impressive—especially since we've only minimally promoted the platform. For many, reading our articles on bezirk.ch already become part of their everyday life.

a hundred articles have been published on bezirk.ch. Is this how you envisioned local journalism being implemented? We’re in the middle of the process. I hope that in the future, even more clubs, organizations, and institutions will take advantage of the opportunity to submit their own content.

A The so-called participatory ele-

ment—meaning community involvement—has been important to you from the start. Yes, that remains a central pillar. However, we have an obligation: The online tool for automatic submissions hasn't been rolled out yet. In the first few weeks, other priorities took precedence. Still, the fact that municipalities like Thalwil A Can you provide specific figures— and Adliswil—both with their own professional communications ? For example, this morning alone, teams—are regularly contributing over 2,000 people visited our news platform, generating a total of 5,134 content bezirk.ch and using it as an page views. And this is despite the additional tool shows me we're on fact that we haven’t yet been verified the right track.

by Google as an official news source, meaning our articles don’t even appear prominently in search results.

Currently, we’re gaining significant reach through social media, where we’ve managed to build a strong presence in a short time.

And what about the editorial content? Here, too, we're making steady progress. We're covering more and more relevant events.

I'd like to see us increasingly

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is already part of everyday life» "Impressive" says publisher Samuel Rudolf von Rohr the figures,

that bezirk.ch achieved after 14

weeks.

setting our own agenda – that’s what I consider core to a local media outlet. To achieve this, we’ll need to expand our team.

Currently, a small but dedicated editorial team works alongside freelance journalists.

A common objection heard before the launch of Bezirk Medien AG was that such a project would be financially challenging… We’re a young startup, founded this summer. Funding is naturally always a consideration. We don’t have major backers but started with seed funding from the trade associations of four municipalities. Now, partnerships and advertisements cover a significant portion. For instance, we’ve secured Raiffeisenbank Thalwil as a financial partner and recently See-Spital Horgen as a medical partner. Additional partnerships are in the works.

Private individuals and businesses can also voluntarily support us to sustain local journalism.

we produce podcasts, for example, and quiet spaces are crucial for that.

Aglaia provides us with the necessary space for studios and photography.

And with the auditorium, we even have a room where we can organize panel discussions in front of an audience in the future.

A Bezirk Medien AG is also seen as the successor project to the trade newspaper. Now, the publisher also plans to continue next year. Does that bother you?

Not at all. As president of the Adliswil Trade and Crafts Association, I can say: Breaking away from the old, purely printed trade newspaper was the right move. Without editorial content, it’s just an advertising platform with little relevance and, consequently, few readers. The publications from Bezirk Medien offer real added value for readers with interesting stories and news—and thus also for local businesses presenting themselves to a broad readership.

Plus, competition keeps the market lively.

A Now, for the first time, the ma-

A Despite the short time since gazine has been published and The district media company Bezirk Medien AG has already relocated.

The company is now located in the Aglaia business building at Soodring 33. Why this move? I also own a web and graphic design agency, which was previously based in the industrial district. Noise wasn’t an issue there. With Bezirk Medien,

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distributed to all households in the four municipalities. The excitement must be huge. Oh yes. The magazine «Bezirk» is printed in Thalwil. I’m very curious about the feedback. After this, the magazine will be published monthly. And of course, bezirk.ch continuing to be the go-to platform for all the latest news in between. O

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KILCHBERG • CULTURE

Kilchberg raises eyebrows among

artists with its approach

by Leo Niessner

The municipality of Kilchberg offers artists free exhibition spaces—but turns away media professionals when they want to report on it. This has caused

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bewilderment in the scene.

ocal art fosters a sense of community, makes diverse voices visible and ideally facilitates

intergenerational exchange within a community. Kilchberg, too, embraces art by offering local artists the opportunity to exhibit their works in the town hall.

This generates visibility

for the municipality's artistic endeavors—or so one might think.

Unfortunately, the reality at the town hall paints a different picture: When asked to comment on this initiative, Fabienne Beck, Head of Presidential Affairs, surprisingly declined. She stated that participating in renewed media coverage would simply "take too much time,"

she explained. After all, everything had already been

You can read it in the «Kilchberger».

Information intended solely for the municipal newsletter By «Kilchberger», Beck is referring to the municipal newsletter. That was the only platform where she was willing to provide information. In the corresponding October article, she states that the exhibition offers artists a free platform—and they are also allowed to sell their works. The offer appears to meet a demand: the response has been significant, and all slots are booked until spring 2028.

Dass Beck nur im Gemeindenewsletter and excludes other interested media from

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The municipality's practice of brushing off media inquiries for 'time reasons' has left Kilchberg's artists shaking their heads. The editorial team spoke with several individuals, many of whom declined to be named for fear of repercussions. While all appreciate the municipality's offer of free exhibition space—elsewhere they'd have to pay—they find it baffling that they can't then talk about it. Or 'weird,' as one artist put it. Another remarked: 'The municipality should be glad when the media takes on the task of publicizing their exhibitions.'

No access for media professionals: Local art

in the community center

Kilchberg cannot be displayed.

Limited Reach Angelina Aschmann showcased a cross-section of her work at the municipal building last year. The editorial team was also able to discuss the issue with her.

She says: 'For us artists, the exhibition

The community center offers a great opportunity to reach a larger audience and ideally even sell a piece or two. That’s why it’s all the more important for exhibitions to be covered in other media as well. The 'Kilchberger,' however, has only limited reach.

So the question remains open as to why—

the municipality provides such a platform but doesn’t want to talk about it. 'Visitors often stop to admire the artwork while waiting or linger a little longer after an appointment,' says Fabienne Beck in the community newsletter. Even the administrative staff appreciate the rotating exhibits as a welcome change. The broader public, however, doesn’t seem to be the target audience for this initiative. O

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ADLISWIL • POLITICS

Dual kindergarten in Adliswil gives way Apartment building

by Pascal Münger

The Sihlhalde housing cooperative

has received approval from the Adliswil

parliament to proceed with the project on the site of the until kindergarten Feldweg to construct twelve apartments . The kindergarten will only

remain operational until summer 2027

T .

he Feldweg twin kindergarten in Adliswil has entered the years – just like the multi-family residence

from 1967, when it was built. It no longer meets the canton's recommendations for school facilities and would need to be expanded.

The plot on which the building stands is owned by the city of Adliswil, which must now take action. However: "The not fully utilized utilization

of the property, the poor structural condition of the building, the outdated apartment layouts, and the undersized kindergartens make a comprehensive renovation unprofitable," writes the city council in a proposal submitted to the parliament.

To avoid an expensive renovation,

the city council wants to lease the plot to the Sihlhalde housing cooperative under a building rights agreement for at least 60 years—at an annual interest rate

Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

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The city of Adliswil is leasing the parcel at Feldweg 8 for at least 60 years under Building law.

of around CHF 40,000. The parliament unanimously approved the motion to me.

Affordable housing The Sihlhalde housing cooperative is no stranger to the neighborhood. It already owns nine partially interconnected buildings with a total of 48 apartments along Feldweg 1 to 17.

President Judith Allenspach is delighted about securing the bid for Feldweg 8. Currently, the apartments along Feldweg have three or four rooms. The new plot will primarily feature units designed for one- and two-person households.

«So können wir Menschen, die

have lived in the area for decades and whose current apartments have become too large for them," says Allenspach. The vacated units could then be rented to young families, for example. As a nonprofit housing provider, Sihlhalde's goal is to offer affordable housing.

and people with limited mobility —featuring elevators, practical layouts, and short distances within the building. The complex will likely include a common room, the cooperative's office, and a guest room available for rent. "Emphasis is placed on simple, durable, low-maintenance materials and sustainable heating and energy supply using solar power," says Allenspach.

Kindergarten relocating However, a kindergarten is no longer planned for the new construction. The city of Adliswil is working on a new solution in the Krebsbach area. Until then, children will be temporarily accommodated at the Kopfholz school building and the Hofacker kindergarten.

They won't have to move out immediately,

though: Everything will remain as is until July 2027. Subsequently, the city will dismantle the building and hand over the parcel in November 2027 to the housing cooperative Sihlhalde.

"After that, the construction phase begins, which is expected to last until spring 2029," says Judith Allenspach.

At Feldweg 8, the construction of ten The new apartments are scheduled to twelve modern apartments is planned. They will be designed for older residents for rental starting April 2029. O

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DISTRICT • WORK

The rescue exercise on the Sihltalstrasse in pictures

by Pascal Münger | Photos: Samuel Rudolf von Rohr

For about three hours one October evening, Sihltalstrasse was the scene of a large-scale exercise by emergency services. This was prompted by two serious traffic accidents that had occurred earlier in the year in Langnau am Albis.

S

hattered windows, dented car bodies, and a vehicle on its roof: this was the scene at the rescue drill. Three injured individuals had to be

rescued and treated.

For the realistic drill, the Sihl

Valley Road near the Gontenbach exit was completely closed between 6 and 9 PM. The goal was to practice extricating trapped individuals—

a scenario that could occur in a traffic the accident in March had been challenging.

Back then, rescuing a driver had taken un-

usually long. Although there was no acute medical urgency, the emergency teams now wanted to systematically improve the procedures.

District media was on-site and documented the exercise in pictures. O

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DISTRICT • SOCIETY

See-Spital now offers births that are fully managed by midwives

by Elina Willener

More and more hospitals are offering births attended exclusively by midwives, provided no complications arise. Since September, See-Spital Horgens has also provided this option.

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midwife-led Birth centers are gaining increasing traction in Switzerland. In 2013,

the Bern chapter of the Swiss Midwives Association (SHV) launched a petition to promote such models in hospitals – backed by over 17,000 supporters.

According to a 2022 SHV survey, midwife-led maternity care is already implemented or under consideration in roughly 80% of German-speaking Swiss hospitals.

One SHV vision: By 2030, approximately 30% of all uncomplicated

births should occur in midwife-led facilities or at home stattfinden.

Neues Angebot im See-Spital Horgen Since September 2025, See-Spital Horgen has also offered births fully attended by midwives. The first birth in this setting has already been successfully conducted.

"The service is aimed at healthy women with an uncomplicated pregnancy," explains Joy Wernli, head midwife at See-Spital.

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"It's comparable to a birth in a birthing center or at home—with the added benefit of immediate medical support if needed."

Clear requirements

Midwife-led births are for uncomplicated pregnancies.

Multiple pregnancies, breech positions, or an estimated birth weight below 2.5 kilograms are not eligible. Interested pregnant women first undergo a detailed consultation.

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During childbirth, no invasive painkillers or epidural anesthesia

is used.

"We work with relaxation exercises, movement, water, or breathing techniques," says Wernli. Should medical assistance become necessary, it's always possible to switch to the standard hospital birth setting—though the attending midwife remains the same.

Made possible by a large team No structural changes were needed for this new offering. "We have a large team of around 25 midwives," says Wernli. "Since the maternity ward and postpartum care are under joint management, we can plan flexibly and bring in a second midwife if needed."

The introduction stems from a

mandate by the Zurich Cantonal Health Directorate. The goal is to offer pregnant women an additional choice alongside traditional hospital births. For Wernli, this offering is primarily a return to essentials: "Fundamentally, every birth is midwife-assisted—the difference lies only in whether and when medical intervention becomes necessary." O

Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

Joy Wernli (left) is the lead midwife at See-Spital Horgen. Lena Lumineau is her deputy.

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a loss of 1.1 million francs, a worsening situation in the current year, and no clear answers: The Hochweid retirement home is in financial turmoil. The municipality of Kilchberg is now intervening with regulatory measures. KILCHBERG • POLITICS

An expert group must

take the helm at the retirement home

Hochweid in Kilchberg take over

by Pascal Münger

T

he Hochweid senior center in Kilchberg is facing financial difficulties.

Over one million francs

in losses were recorded last year. And the situation remains precarious. "The municipal council is concerned about the 2024 financial statement of the Hochweid senior center, which showed a loss of approximately 1.1 million francs," writes municipal clerk Patrick Wanger in response to inquiries. Because the financial situation is expected to worsen further in 2025, the council now feels compelled to intervene with regulatory measures.

The executive has therefore

approved a total of 150,000 francs outside the budget for an expert panel. "These specialists will closely guide and support the strategic and operational committees of the Hochweid senior center on behalf of the municipal council," writes Wanger.

No answers to the questionnaire So, what's going wrong at the senior care center? This editorial team approached the foundation board with a comprehensive list of questions. Among others, the following issues arise: What responsibilities have been taken on by the specialists appointed by the municipal council? Who makes the operational decisions?

What impact do these measures have on residents and staff? And how does the care center intend to maintain quality of care despite looming budget cuts?

pointed out that due to a personal situation, he was currently unable to answer the questions. He did not respond to requests for an alternative contact person within the foundation board.

Conflict with the municipality? The vice president, who also heads the finance department, could certainly provide clarity. However, he was unreachable by phone and did not respond to attempts to contact him via social media or email. The only clues to the reasons for the current financial difficulties come from his For over a week, comments on the annual accounts the editorial team attempted to obtain in the 2024 business report of the answers—to no avail. Initially, the foundation board president stated the questions retirement home. He concludes: "The annual accounts of the should be municipal clerk Kilchberg retirement home show a Patrick Wanger. He, in turn, cited a clearly negative result, attributable misunderstanding and passed the to inflation, the shortage of skilled ball back to the foundation board. workers, and excessively low fees.

Subsequently, the foundation board Despite high occupancy rates, president twice

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the cost pressure persists, which sustainable financial stability of the center is at risk."

The vice president hints in his

comment at a dispute with the municipal council. He writes that another challenge is the lack of a service agreement with the municipality of Kilchberg. "Such an agreement would ensure that the municipality covers the designated additional costs for residents with domicile in Kilchberg." Without this agreement, nursing homes would have to bear the additional costs themselves, "which further exacerbates their financial situation."

In the questionnaire to the

foundation board, which is also available to the municipal clerk, the question is therefore included as to why such an agreement has not been reached so far. Since neither the municipality nor the foundation board commented on this, the residents of the senior center and the taxpayers in Kilchberg are currently left in the dark on this issue as well. O

Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

The editorial deadline for this article was November 25, 2025.

For the latest updates on the Hochweid senior center, visit bezirk.ch .

How do impending savings measures on the quality in the Hochweid senior center?

The foundation board remains silent on

this matter.

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THALWIL • SOCIETY

Residents fight to save the

Preservation of an important

pedestrian underpass for children

by Sibille Moor

The Canton of Zurich plans to close the pedestrian underpass near Thalwil's shooting range.

Residents of the Berghalden neighborhood are opposing this with a petition. Now it's up to the municipality to decide whether the underpass remains open.

T

Every day, children from the Thalwil Berghalden neighborhood use the underpass near the roundabout by the

Schützenhalle on their way to school. This allows them to reach the school without having to cross the heavily trafficked Zürcherstrasse.

Entire classes from the Oeggisbüel and Oelwiese school buildings also use this underpass when heading to the forest or the sports facility in Brand. However, it is now unclear whether the underpass will remain.

The Zurich cantonal public works department, which owns Zürcherstrasse and the associated underpass, plans to close it.

Requirements cannot be met The reason: The pavement in this section of Zürcherstrasse needs to be renovated next year. Therefore, the canton is obligated to upgrade the underpass according to disability equality

Image: Samuel Rudolf von Rohr for District Media

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The underpass is used daily by children, parents with strollers, seniors, commuters, and recreational athletes. building barrier-free according to the lung law which is why we cannot provide further

According to Thomas Maag, media spokesperson the cantonal

the cantonal construction department, this would not be feasible. "While the Dorfstrasse underpass does have ramps, their incline is too steep." The ramps would need to be extended: "This would only be possible with additional land acquisition and thus high costs."

A safe pedestrian crossing

on the other hand, would be easy to implement, as a central island already exists and the location is suitable. The plan involves painting the pedestrian crossing im upcoming year when the pavement is renovated.

Negotiations are ongoing

can provide details on this."

It is also uncertain when a decision will be made,"

uncertain.

447 signatures collected Residents of the Berghalden neighborhood are now advocating to preserve the underpass. Martin Gerber, along with neighbors, has launched a petition on act.campax.org. "This underpass is a vital part of the school route for many children, providing a safe, traffic-free crossing on a heavily used road," says the father, who also serves as commander of the Thalwil/Oberrieden fire department.

However, it's not just children who use

Meanwhile, negotiations are taking place between the underpass daily, but also

the canton and the my Thalwil.

The

municipality

could take over the underpass. It would then be responsible for its maintenance in the future and would also bear the costs.

According to the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act, it would not have to upgrade it, as the new pedestrian crossing already complies.

Andy Fellmann, head of the Thalwil Service Center for Planning, Construction, and Works, confirms: "Negotiations are currently underway,

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parents with strollers, seniors, commuters, and recreational athletes. It is also accessible for wheelchair users, although the ramps do not meet legal requirements.

As of the online

publication of this article, 447 people have signed the petition.

And the collection continues.

Martin Gerber says, "We haven't yet decided when we'll submit the petition to the municipal council."

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RÜSCHLIKON • WORK

The final cut: Luigi Ambrico bids farewell after 46 years in Rüschlikon

by Kyra Rabian

For nearly half a century, Luigi Ambrico has been cutting hair in Rüschlikon Hair. Now the 78-year-old hairdresser lays down his scissors. With him, a piece of village history disappears.

W

hen you take the smalla hair salon on the Village Street 36 in Rüschlikon,

you're greeted by a warm, almost nostalgic feeling. The scent of shampoo lingers in the air, an old clock ticks somewhere, and soft light streams through the large windows, illuminating the aged orange leather chairs.

Behind one of the chairs stands Lui-

gi Ambrico, a slender man with gray hair and a green sweater.

Behind his black glasses, his friendly green eyes peer out. His smile is calm and familiar, like the greeting of an old friend.

When Luigi Ambrico took over the salon back then, it was in a miserable state. "Disastrous," he says with a laugh. Within a month, he renovated and furnished the space himself, hoping for customers. The first few months were tough, though. To get noticed, he handed out flyers in the neighborhood. His clientele consisted of about 20 people. But the young barber remained optimistic, and eventually, his open demeanor and precise cuts gained recognition. Soon, the shop was packed—"20 minutes per head, then the next," he says with a grin.

The Beatles haircuts were especially popular—"long hair was very trendy back then."

Ambrico has been cutting hair since he was ten years old. Back then, his father pushed him to work in southern Italy, and

The first few months were tough

This space has been his since 1979.

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suggested he become a hairdresser.

Because the rule was: 'Now you must earn money too.' When he came to Switzerland in 1962, he first worked in a factory, but his heart always beat for the profession he had learned as a child. After stops in Adliswil and Zurich, he took the leap into self-employment and found his calling in Rüschlikon.

The End of an Era Today, 46 years later, much has changed.

'Barbershops are everywhere,' says the 78-year-old. 'The young men don’t come to me anymore. I only work with scissors, not machines.'

His loyal regular clientele shrank —many have passed away, others simply didn’t return after his illness. It particularly hurt when former

customers no longer greeted him on the street. But he prefers to think of the loyal ones: those who came to him for decades, whose life stories he knows. 'There’s no hairdresser like you,' a customer once said—a phrase that deeply moved Luigi Ambrico.

At the end of November, he finally closed

his salon. His successor will now sell delicacies and jewelry. When Luigi Ambrico leaves, it will also mark the end of an era for the hairdressing salon at 36 Dorfstrasse. He looks back with nostalgia, but also with gratitude. He has four children, 14 grandchildren, and one greatgrandchild with whom he now wants to spend more time. When he talks about them, his eyes light up. And even though he has lived in Adliswil for a long time, Rüschlikon will always remain his home. O

Since 1979, Luigi Ambrico has been cutting the

hair of his clients in Rüschlikon.

Now, this era is coming to an end.

Photo: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

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ADLISWIL • CULTURE

Adliswil Culture Magazine curates event calendars

by Leo Niessner

The team behind Adliswil’s culture magazine aims to focus on cultural topics in the strictest sense. This has drawn criticism, as certain local events may lose visibility in the future.

T

ten years have passed since the culture magazine first appeared, landing in mailboxes once every quarter.

households and serves as a trusted source of event information for many Adliswil residents—from concerts to yoga classes.

This is now coming to an end: The

city plans to refocus the magazine's content. Going forward, it will exclusively feature cultural projects. This was outlined in a circular to event organizers, signed

by Cultural Officer Waldina Nötzli and Culture Department Head Dominik Hess.

Only culture—in the strictest sense When asked for clarification, Dominik Hess explained: "We aim to qualify for the Zurich canton's cultural funding programs. To do so, we must align with their definition of culture."

This means: Leisure activities like yoga evenings, craft workshops, or sporting events will no longer appear in the magazine. "In recent

Over the past ten years, the publication has evolved into a general event calendar. Now, we want to focus on the various branches of the arts.

Concerns about visibility Not everyone is thrilled about the planned shift in focus. For many associations, the magazine is the most important platform to draw attention to their events. In a letter to event organizers, the city announced that future events will be communicated via its website as well as on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp. The goal is to provide information 'more targeted and broadly.'

The city's social media channels have however kaum reach.

"It’s also worth noting that not everyone is active on social media," says Hanna Rasche, president of the Adliswil neighborhood association Sonnenberg. She counts herself among those who still appreciate having a print magazine on the table. "The culture magazine, in particular, has always been an informative event guide for me

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with a good overview of many types of events—from cultural gatherings and special church services to library events and meeting spots like the chat bench, as well as outdoor activities."

This way, it would always be visible

become apparent what Adliswil has to offer. At first glance, one realized how much of it wasn't commercial but based on volunteer work—and thus deserved the city's support.

Rasche is convinced: «If in

the future, only cultural events are listed in the magazine, many will toss it straight into the recycling bin because culture carries an elitist, old-fashioned stigma.» Yet, the mix is precisely what matters.

You might search for an event at the zoo and stumble upon a theater night that sounds intriguing. «That’s why we truly need an events magazine,» she says.

Made possible by a large team

The magazine is published

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will continue to be published by the Kultur-Schachtle association. It supports the publication activities of the city's cultural office. The editorial team remains under the direction of Iris Rothacher, who has overseen the publication for years. "There will be no changes in style or layout," she says.

"We remain focused on all disciplines in line with Adliswil's cultural promotion."

dance, literature, photography, visual Art as well as customs and folk culture.

There are voices that support this realignment. "In recent years, it has been difficult for artistic projects to stand out among club events, church services

and course offerings," says Pascal Eppler of 'More Than What qualifies as "culture" in the future is Sounds.' "If the magazine defined in the new cultural promotion regulations of the returns to a clearly cultural city, which have been in effect since October. focus, that's a win for us."

It includes music, theater,

Walter Diem, president

of the association «kunstzürichsüd» and former president of Adliswil's cultural commission, looks forward to returning to the magazine's roots: "I hope the publication becomes a true cultural magazine again— one that inspires, connects, and sparks enthusiasm for culture." It should also look the part, though currently it still resembles more of an events calendar. O

The cultural magazine is

being reoriented in terms of content

Image: Maksym Chechin for Bezirk Medien

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society On the night leading into Saturday, November 15, 2025, the Zurich Cantonal Police stopped a driver on Sihltalstrasse who was traveling at around 195 km/h in an 80 km/h zone. ADLISWIL • SOCIETY

Speedster caught in Sihltal

by Pascal Münger

S

hortly after 3 a.m. on Saturday morning, a patrol from the Zurich Cantonal Police noticed a vehicle in Adliswil due to its erratic driving. As the police reported,

the driver accelerated sharply after turning from Albisstrasse onto Sihltalstrasse, reaching a peak speed of around 195 km/h. The man was eventually stopped and checked in Langnau am Albis.

"The officers arrested the 30-year-old and

immediately confiscated his driver's license on the spot," the report continued. After police questioning, he was handed over to the Limmattal/Albis public prosecutor's office and is now in pre-trial detention. O

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An Adliswil resident fights for his dream of racing in the

Race Across America

by Kyra Rabian

Michel Bucheli has won several ultra-distance cycling races with iron determination. Now he's qualified for the legendary Race Across America – and suddenly faces a battle he can't win on the bike alone.

Michel Bucheli trains daily, often before sunrise.

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What started with a spontaneous video tip became a passion for Adliswil's Michel

Bucheli. "A colleague showed me a video of an ultra-distance bike race in 2022," recalls the 33-year-old.

"He asked if I could imagine doing something like that—and I was immediately hooked."

A year later, they were at the

starting line of their first race: from Vienna to Barcelona. 2,800 kilometers, five countries, countless elevation meters—and in the end, first place. "It grabbed me right away," says Bucheli.

After the debut, more followed—

Whether racing solo or as part of a team, this ambitious athlete secured third place in the grueling Tortour 500 across Switzerland. Later, he joined forces with a colleague to take on

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sports Michel completed his first race two years ago.

Bucheli used to weigh over 100 kilograms

and enjoyed the nightlife. Today, he lives a disciplined life. "My friends had to get used to me leaving earlier in the evenings," he says with a laugh. "Now they think sports are great and fully support me."

Emotions at the limit One moment in his cycling career so far remains unforgettable for Bucheli: the last ten kilometers of the grueling 1000-kilometer ride.

"When I realized I'd made it, tears came to my eyes," he recalls.

"That's when the entire athletic journey replays in your mind."

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an even greater

challenge:

the 4,000-kilometer race from Cartagena to Bari, along Spain's northern coast and through the Pyrenees – and took home the victory.

A dream with hurdles "That feeling when you cross the finish line after days in the saddle is indescribable," Bucheli says. His performance steadily improved. Most recently, he conquered the 1,000-kilometer Tortour race, qualifying him for the legendary Race Across America (RAAM) – one of the toughest cycling events in the world.

triathlon club where Bucheli serves on the board. Unlike financial backers, he says it's easy to find new helpers since being part of such a project is a once-in-alifetime experience.

Discipline as a life motto Alongside his full-time job as overall project manager at cablex AG, Bucheli trains daily, often before sunrise. "I get up early to knock out the first session," he says. Evenings or nights bring additional training to simulate race conditions.

He emphasizes: Ultra-cycling isn't

just an individual sport. "Every rider has a team behind them— and success is shared together."

Bucheli wants not only to achieve great things himself but also to motivate others: "Never give up.

Do sports, get outside—especially here in the beautiful Sihl Valley."

But even as he inspires

others, he now needs support himself. His goal is clear: to compete in the Race Across America in June 2026. "I'm ready— physically and mentally. Now all I need is the financial backing," says the Adliswil resident.

The RAAM spans 4,800 kil

ometers from California to the U.S. East Coast. "When you complete this race, you've truly accomplished something," Bucheli says. But his dream hangs in the balance. Flights, support vehicles, accommodations, meals – the costs are steep. "It's not every day that someone from Adliswil competes in the world's toughest bicycle race," he notes. "That's why I hope local businesses recognize this opportunity and support me."

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